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Should You Grade Starmie? — Complete Grading Analysis

Starmie grading analysis

Raw price: $2.19 | PSA 10 value: $263.09 | PSA 9 value: $100.99 | Gem rate: 24.3% | PSA population: 1,129

Verdict: Grade It — good potential with quality copies

Expected value after grading: $102.84 | Expected ROI: 177% | Grading cost (PSA Economy + shipping): $35

Grading Service Cost Comparison

ServiceCostTurnaround
PSA Economy$20 + $15 shipping150+ days
PSA Regular$50 + $15 shipping65 days
PSA Express$100 + $15 shipping20 days
BGS Standard$22 + $15 shipping45 days
CGC Economy$18 + $15 shipping120+ days

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I grade Starmie?

Grade It — good potential with quality copies. Starmie raw price is $2.19, PSA 10 is worth $263.09, gem rate is 24.3%. Expected ROI after ~$20 grading + $15 shipping: 177%.

What is Starmie worth PSA 10?

A PSA 10 Starmie is currently valued at $263.09, compared to $2.19 raw.

Is Starmie grading worth it?

Grade It — good potential with quality copies. The expected return of 177% after grading costs suggests grading could be profitable. Always inspect centering, corners, edges, and surface before submitting.

How much does it cost to grade Starmie?

PSA Economy: ~$20 (150+ days), Regular: ~$50 (65 days), Express: ~$100 (20 days). BGS Standard: ~$22 (45 days). CGC Economy: ~$18. Add ~$15 for shipping each way.

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